The port city of Newcastle in the North East of England lies on the River Tyne in the County "Tyne and Wear". Historically, it goes back to the Roman fort of Pons Aelii, which was built along Hadrian's Wall. Later on the same place a Norman fortress was erected, which has been expanded over time and developed in the 13th century into a cultural and economic center. Already at that time exported from Newcastle were in fact coal and wool fabrics. Coal was for a long time the most important export product of the city. Until the 19th century, also shipbuilding was relevant for the local industry and even the steel and defense industries came in addition over time.
Newcastle is still a major industrial and transportation hub. Engineering and pharmaceutical industries are among the major industries of the city. But the city is not just a port for export of manufactured goods. Also, the passenger transportation plays a major role - cruises to Norway start from here.
The climate is, as in the whole of Northern England, temperate with frequent rainfall. But plenty of rain should not be a sign of sadness, after all, the city has produced such famous people as pop singer Sting or Rowan Atkinson, the actor and comedian who is known as Mr. Bean.
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Apart from visiting the typical tourist attractions in Newcastle, such as the old city wall from the 13th century or the Saint Nicholas Cathedral in the city center, a walk along the river is a must. Interesting bridges span the river in the architectural styles of the different centuries.
Moreover, one should not forget that Newcastle upon Tyne is a traditional university town, which gives it a diverse bar and club life. On weekends Newcastle is a veritable magnet for young people from all over the area looking for party and variety. The number of foreign students encountered in the meantime, give the city a colorful and varied face. Since the city has also tried very hard for some time to improve its reputation as mere industrial metropolis, the cultural sector is on the rise there. Many of the old factory buildings have already been converted in theaters or art galleries and venues of every kind and are definitely worth a visit.
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